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Monterey County plays host to several world-class spectator sporting events each year, drawing visitors and competitors from all over the world. For golf fans, there's AT&T's star-studded celebrity golf tournament. If car racing is more your speed, check out the Indy cars and other racing events at Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. Salinas plays host to an annual air show featuring military-precision flight squadrons and showcases bronco-bustin' cowboys at the rodeo. Finally, if sheer determination and human willpower is what you're after, check out the world-class runners puffing down 26 miles of Highway One in what's been consistently called the best marathon in North America.
The annual festival was envisioned as a fun and entertaining way to raise much-needed funds for Gateway Center of Monterey County, Inc. Food and vendor arcades aplenty will be on-site for your eating, drinking, and shopping pleasure. Tickets are available on line or at the gate each day of the festival. Children 5 and un... more